Need a plan for this Valentine’s Day in Seattle?
We got you. Seattle can be a surprisingly romantic city (after all, it is the setting of 50 Shades of Grey) so it wasn’t hard to round up a selection of dinners, concerts, and rooftop bars for your Valentine’s Day needs. We also managed to include suggestions for budget-friendly dates, comedic dates, nerdy dates, and even anti-Valentine’s Day events for those who are single or just prefer to celebrate their friends (or their dog). In other words, there’s something here for everyone!
Here are 30 ideas for things to do this Valentine’s Day in Seattle:
1. A spicy adults-only date at the zoo
When: Thursday, February 22, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Where: Woodland Park Zoo
Cost: $42 per person
If you’re looking for an out-of-the-box date night this February, Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo is offering a humorous educational crash course with cocktails at their upcoming “Mating and Dating” event. Intrigued? Read all about Valentine’s Day at Woodland Park Zoo.
2. The Astra Lumina Night Walk
Astra Lumina: A Night Walk Amongst The Stars is possibly the most romantic event currently in Seattle. You and your date can walk around the Seattle Chinese Garden after dark and experience mesmerizing light displays accompanied by ambient sound and music. Get tickets here.
3. See a romantic Candlelight Concert
For a memorable Valentine’s Day date, take your better half to a candlelit string concert at The Arctic Club Hotel featuring music from romantic movies like Titanic and Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Don’t wait too long to decide as tickets for the loved-up plan are selling fast. But you can always discover other Candlelight performances coming to Seattle.
Alternatively you could gift your sweetie a Candlelight Gift Card that they can use for a concert of their choice.
4. Go on an after-hours date at the Seattle Aquarium
When: Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Seattle Aquarium
Cost: $33+ per person
If you prefer the Seattle Aquarium to the zoo, this is a fun and unique Valentine’s Day event to experience with your other half. You’ll be able to enjoy the aquarium habitats after dark (without the crowds of kids around) as well as activities and live music. There will also be a bar and food available for purchase.
Get tickets and more info on the aquarium website.
5. See a rooftop concert of jazz love songs
This February 15 you can treat your date to a romantic rooftop concert of popular jazz love songs at From Ella to Amy with LOVE! at The Olympic Rooftop at Stoneburner. You’ll enjoy a classic cocktail and a view of Seattle along with live music. Get your tickets here!
6. Save money on a movie theatre date
Want to take your crush to see a movie? Do it in a budget-friendly way with the AMC Black Ticket. You can use the money you saved to treat them to all the movie snacks and popcorn their heart desires.
7. See a Valentine’s Day comedy show
When: Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 8:00 p.m.
Where: Pike Place Market
Cost: $20
In need of a laugh this Valentine’s Day? Tickets are on sale now for Comedy of Love: A Valentine’s Day Improv on February 14 by Unexpected Productions at Pike Place Market.
8. Get a free lipsology reading
When: Wednesday, February 14, 2024 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Where: W Seattle (1112 4th Ave)
Cost: Free!
Want to try something new? You can head to trendy downtown hotel W Seattle this Valentine’s Day to have your lip lines read by Deni Luna, one of the world’s 10 certified lipsologists. Lipsology is similar to palm reading. You’ll get to learn more about yourself and your relationships while enjoying special Valentine’s Day cocktails. The best part: the reading is free!
You can reserve your spot on the event page.
8. See a Valentine’s Day burlesque show
When: February 9-14, 2024
Where: The Triple Door
Cost: $35-$50
Go big or go home this Valentine’s Day by taking your love to a flashy burlesque show. The Atomic Bombshells J’ADORE show is celebrating their 15th season this February at The Triple Door.
9. Challenge your date to a half marathon
When: February 11, 2024
Where: Seward Park
Cost: $57+
If you and your partner enjoy being active together you may want to sign up for this Valentine’s Day-themed marathon in Seattle. You can choose between three distances (5K, 10K and half marathon) or a half marathon relay. You can expect “an extensive and delicious post-race food selection, a large heated tent, [and] nice race shirts.” Walkers are welcome, but dogs are not.
You can register now on the Orca Running website. Online registration closes on February 10.
10. Make a reservation for a special Valentine’s Day dinner
Planning a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner in Seattle but not sure where to go? We rounded up 10 Seattle restaurants offering special Valentine’s Day dinners.
You may also want to check out our guide to the most romantic restaurants in Seattle.
11. Make something together at a crafty class
When: February 14, 2024
Where: The Works in Pioneer Square
Cost: $68 per person
If your love language is quality time, a great Valentine’s Day date is taking a crafty class together at The Works. This Valentine’s Day they’re offering Chocolate 101: A Wine and Chocolate Tasting. To sign up for any other class, check out their online calendar.
12. Have a romantic dinner at an Italian restaurant
Surprise your other half with a reservation to The Pink Door, an Italian restaurant at Pike Place Market that was named one of the top 100 restaurants in the county in 2022 and again in 2023.
You can also check out our guide to the best Italian restaurants in Seattle.
13. Get cocktails at a hidden speakeasy
If you really want to impress your date for Valentine’s Day, check out our guide to the most well-hidden speakeasy bars in Seattle.
14. Go winery-hopping in Woodinville
Did you know that there are some stellar wineries less than an hour’s drive from Seattle? This would make a great Valentine’s Day getaway if your date loves wine. Visit the Woodinville Wine Country website for more info.
15. Take a romantic trip near Seattle
Seattle’s ferry system and the many nearby islands make it easy to plan a romantic weekend getaway for Valentine’s Day. For example, does your partner love the movie Practical Magic? You can hop on a ferry and take them to the nearby town where Practical Magic was filmed!
We also have guides to destinations near Seattle for a last-minute day trip and cozy winter getaways near Seattle.
16. Warm up in a hot tub boat
If the weather on Valentine’s Day is cold and rainy, the two of you can warm up together in a hot tub. Read our guide to Seattle’s best saunas and hot tubs (and yes, this includes the famous hot tub boats in Lake Union).
17. Buy each other books from an indie bookstore
This is a great Valentine’s Day idea for book-lovers. Take them to one of Seattle’s indie bookstores and let them pick out as many books as they want—or you can each pick out a book that you think the other person would enjoy. Bonus romance points if you go to Open Books, the poetry bookstore in Pioneer Square.
18. Get drinks with a view of Seattle on a rooftop bar
It doesn’t get much more romantic than a sky-high cocktail date with a view. See our guide to Seattle’s best rooftop bars, many of which have heated and covered seating areas in case the weather is lousy.
19. Browse a used record store together
If your partner loves music, treat them this Valentine’s Day by taking them to one of Seattle’s best record stores. Hot tip: if you go to Easy Street Records in West Seattle, you can also get a casual but delicious meal at their attached cafe.
20. Have a romantic dinner in front of a roaring fire
Romantic and cozy: that’s the vibe you’ll achieve with a dinner by the fire. We rounded up the best Seattle bars and restaurants with a fireplace for your Valentine’s Day needs.
21. Go on a museum date
If you want to bring some classic When Harry Met Sally vibes into your Valentine’s Day, take your best friend to one of Seattle’s many amazing museums. We have an article with tips on free museum admission days and discounts to help you do it on a budget, too.
22. Stroll through a scenic Seattle garden or park
Maybe it’s a little too early in your relationship to make a fancy dinner reservation for Valentine’s Day, or maybe you both just love the outdoors. Either way, you can’t go wrong with planning a date in one of Seattle’s beautiful city parks and gardens. Don a raincoat if it’s drizzling, grab coffees, and go explore one of these stunning Seattle parks.
24. Book a staycation at a boutique Seattle hotel
If you can’t swing a full weekend getaway but still want a romantic night that involves room service, surprise your love with a staycation right here in Seattle. Read our guide to the coolest boutique hotels in Seattle.